England Lord of Windsor
The Lordship of Windsor
Windsor is perhaps the most royal place in England, and its lordship history is the history of the English monarchy itself. William the Conqueror chose the site for a castle shortly after 1066, recognising its strategic position overlooking the Thames. Windsor Castle has been continuously occupied by the reigning monarch for over 900 years, making it the longest-occupied palace in Europe.
The Constable of Windsor Castle was a position of great honour, effectively serving as the lord of Windsor on behalf of the King. The castle's significance grew through the centuries, and Edward III was born here, leading him to found the Order of the Garter at Windsor in 1348, the most prestigious order of chivalry in Britain.
The Baron Windsor title was created in 1529, and the town's connection to the monarchy was cemented in 1917 when George V changed the Royal Family's name from Saxe-Coburg-Gotha to Windsor during World War I, taking the name of the castle as the new royal house.
Windsor and the Peerage
The House of Windsor is the current British royal house. The Earldom of Windsor has never been created, making it one of the few major English towns without a corresponding earldom. The Baron Windsor title exists in the peerage of England. The Knight of the Garter (KG), established at Windsor, is the highest order of chivalry.
View the full Peerage Hierarchy ChartNotable Lords of Windsor
Windsor Castle covers 13 acres, contains over 1,000 rooms, and is the largest inhabited castle in the world. It has been the home of 40 monarchs since William the Conqueror.
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Become a Lord or Lady of England
While the historic lordship of Windsor is part of history, you can still legally hold the title of Lord or Lady of England today. From just £55.
